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Biochemical properties of vascular endothelial cells
1Institute for Surgical Research, University of Oslo, Norway.
Virchows Archiv. B, Cell Pathology Including Molecular Pathology
|January 1, 1991
Abstract:
Present knowledge in the field of vascular endothelial cells is reviewed. The role of endothelial cells in the synthesis of matrix proteins and glycosaminoglycans is described. Endothelial cells play a considerable role in the processes of coagulation and fibrinolysis. They also interact with neurotransmitters and vasomotoric substances, and participate in inflammation and immunological responses. They produce several different growth factors. Their role in lipoprotein metabolism is of special importance to research into atherosclerosis.